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Home My WebLink About1998-01-20 CC MIN " CITY OF STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 98-2 January 20, 1998 r REGULAR MEETING r /' r 7:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble. Present: Absent: Councilmembers Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble Councilmember Bealka Also present: City Coordinator Kriesel City Attorney Magnuson Community Development Director Russell City Engineer Eckles Finance Director Deblon City Clerk Weldon Press: Julie Kink, Courier Mark Brouwer, Gazette APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Counci1member Cummings approving the minutes of January 6, 1998 Regular Meeting. All in favor. PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS 1. Ron Kroese - St. Croix Valley Community Foundation. Mr. Kroese, President of the Foundation, presented Council with information about the services the foundation offers to donors and plans for charitable giving in the community. He explained the Foundation is a locally governed public trust. Charitable donations are received, invested, and returned to community projects or charitable organizations. STAFF REPORTS Finance Director Deblon requested item 15 of the consent agenda, commence hiring process to replace retired employee (Junior Account Clerk), be removed to executive session. She stated a difference of opinion exists on the what the duties of the new employee should be. Mr. Kriesel stated he strongly recommended that no change be made to the duties of the new employee and felt his memo, included in the Council packet, fully addressed the reasoning for his recommendation. Council determined this was not an appropriate executive session issue, but rather an issue for a 4:30 workshop. Council directed staff work toward a solution and return the issue to Council at the 4:30 meeting on February 3, 1998. r r r City Council Meeting No. 98-2 January 20, 1998 Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Counci1member Thole to remove item 15, Commence hiring process to replace retired employee (Junior Account Clerk), from the consent agenda. All in favor. Community Development Director Russell updated Council on upcoming expansion area plan review by the Planning Commission and Joint board. City Engineer Eckles reported the tandem truck is now in service. City Attorney Magnuson presented Council with information on the impasse reached regarding payment of relocation costs to the Stillwater Yacht Club for their tenant owned improvements located on the City owned portion of Mulberry Point. He reported the Corps has indicated that if the design of the Levy Wall is slightly changed, the construction could avoid displacing the gas dock and, therefore, the requirement to pay damages. The wall would be only twenty (20) feet shorter than the original design and would not affect the public use area. In order to initiate this sort of design change, the corps has asked that the request be made by the City. He presented a draft letter for consideration. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt Resolution 98-29 authorizing the Mayor to sign the letter to the Army Corps of Engineers requesting a design change to the levy wall to avoid displacement of the Stillwater Yacht Club's gas dock facilities. All in favor. Councilmember Cummings requested item 5, Purchase of computer- Parks Dept, and item 7, Purchase of two computers and one new printer - Building Dept., be removed from the consent agenda. He recommended consideration of the Building Department purchasing one computer and the remaining funds in the budget being used to purchase the Parks Department computer. Council determined a decision should not be made without input from the Building Official and Parks Director . Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to remove items 5, purchase of computer- Parks Dept, and item 7, purchase of two computers and one new printer - Building Dept., from the consent agenda and continuing to February 3, 1998. All in favor. CONSENT AGENDA. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings approving the consent agenda, as amended. All in favor. 1. Resolution 98-17: Directing Payment of Bills 2. Gambling Premise Renewal Permits for St. Croix Valley Hockey Association at Cat Ballou's (Res. 98-18); Madcapper Saloon & Eatery (Res. 98-19) and Brines' Restaurant and Bar (Res. 98-20) 3. Certificate of Appreciation commending LaDonna "Sue" Stickan for 19 years of service to the City 4. Purchase of six lumbar drivers seats for squad cars - Police Dept. 5. PufehaBe ef eelBl'llter PeflEs Dept. 6. Purchase of tiller and blade; portable generator, drills; chemical storage and gas cabinets, ball field marking machine, fax and copy machines- Parks Dept. 2 (" City Council Meeting No. 98-2 January 20, 1998 7. PlH=ehaS8 af Pl.-a eSfBIl1HefB n-ft 8M Btn~: IlriBter BllilEliBg Ilept. 8. Ratification of Res. 98-5: Promotion of Steven Wicker from laborer to Junior Parkkeeper 9. Contractors Licenses: Knutson Construction Co., Minneapolis; The Roofmg Center, New Richmond, WI 10. Exemption from Lawful Gambling License - St. Croix Catholic School raffle, Apri14, 1998 11. Resolution 98-21: Accepting work and ordering fmal payment - 1996 Street Improvements, Project 9614 12. Resolution 98-22: Addendum to May Township Fire Contract 13. Purchase of computer - Planning Dept. 14. Resolution 98-23: Engagement letter for 1997 audit - Larson, Allen, Weishair & Co. IS. CSBHIIeIle8 hififtg I'feees9 t8 f8fJlaee retired slBldeyee (ltiBier .:'.ee8\Hlt Clerk) UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Review and approval of City comment on Manning Avenue corridor Extension EA W . City Engineer Eckles and Community Development Director Russell presented comments for council review and recommended the following: 1) Washington County eliminate the no-build option or, as an alternative, identify specific solutions to all of the problems and issues associated with the lack of a significant north/south route through the Stillwater area; 2) Washington County set limits on Storm Water discharge that meet the criteria set forth in the Stillwater AUAR study of the expansion area; and 3) Washington County begin acquiring the right-of-way to complete the Manning Avenue extension to insure that the selected alternative can be built. (" Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt Resolution 98-24 commenting on the Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Manning A venue Connection and authorizing submittal of comments to Washington County and the Environmental Quality Board. Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Mayor Kimble. None. Councilmember Bealka. 2. Update: Territorial Prison Site - downtown hotel development Community Development Director Russell reported he received a FAX today from John Lange, Territorial Coalition, Inc. (TCI) requesting another one month extension of the agreement. The basis is the National Park Service has not yet approved the windows and this is required for a preliminary determination regarding federal historic rehabilitation tax credits. In addition, the management company must be approved by the joint venture group. Mr. Lange felt none of the outstanding issues would prolong the process beyond February. Mr. Russell stated Michael Borum, TCI, was present if Council had further questions. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole approving the 30 day extension of the Agreement with Territorial Coalition, Inc., for development of territorial prison site. All in favor. r 3 , City Council Meeting No. 98-2 January 20, 1998 (' 3. Contract for design services for Recreation Center park and ride lot improvements. Community Development Director Russell reported MnDot and the Metropolitan Council have verbally committed to pay $20,000 for consult design service and $320,000 for construction of the parking improvements for the park and ride lot. MnDot and Metropolitan Council would pay the City, and the City would direct the work through the recreation center contractors. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller to adopt Resolution 98-25 approving contract with Ankeny Kell Architects, P.A. and Stefan/Larson Associates for design services for recreation center Park and Ride Lot, at a cost not to exceed $20,000. Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Mayor Kimble. None. Councilmember Bealka. 4. Report: Possible sale of city owned land to Len's Family Food. Len Nelson, Len's Family Foods, stated his intention is to expand his store 40 feet into the existing parking lot and would need additional parking area. (". Discussion was held regarding increased commercialization of a residential area and the services provided the area by the business. Council recommended Mr. Nelson seek input from the neighborhood to determine if there is support for his proposal. In that way, he could prepare his proposal in a manner that would address possible neighborhood concerns. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings directing staff to begin process for possible sale of City owned land adjacent to Len's Family Foods. All in favor. 5. Request for financial support - River Valley Arts Council. At the January 6 meeting, Council requested further information regarding the City's past donations, what other organizations contribute, and what money is available in the budget. City Coordinator Kriesel reported the City contributed $1500 in 1996, no assistance in 1997, and nothing specifically in the budget for RV AC for 1998. He presented a list of 1997 contributors; RV AC is in the process of soliciting funds for 1998 and actual contributors are to be determined. He stated, although the budget does not specifically include RV AC funding, a contribution could be considered as part of the miscellaneous budget the City maintains for requests such as this or for unanticipated expenses. Motion by Councilmember Olmmings, seconded by Councilmember Zoller approving the donation of $2500 to River Valley Arts Council. All in favor. 6. Second reading of Ordinance 853, repealing Chapter 49, Port Authority (fIrst reading 1/6/98) (" Motion by CounciJmember O,mmings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to have second reading of Ordinance 853, repealing Chapter 49, Port Authority. 4 - City Council Meeting No. 98-2 January 20, 1998 (" Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Mayor Kimble. None. Councilmember Bealka. NEW BUSINESS (Item 5 taken out of order) 5. On-Sale Wine License with Strong Beer option and 3.2% Malt Liquor License for Pinnacle Restaurant Group, LLC, dba La Belle Vie, 312 South Main Street. City Clerk Weldon presented an application from Timothy McKee and Joshua Thoma, Pinnacle Restaurant Group. The anticipated opening for La Belle Vie is March I, 1998. Approval is contingent upon approval by fire and building department fmal inspections, police department background checks, and all required documentation. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt Resolution 98-28 approving new On-Sale Wine License with Strong Beer option and 3.2% Malt Liquor License for Pinnacle Restaurant Group, LLC, dba La Belle Vie, 312 South Main Street. r Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, O.mmings and Mayor Kimble. None. Councilmember Bealka. 1. Receiving report and calling hearing - Curve Crest Blvd Street Rehabilitation and Sidewalk Improvement, Project 9803. Civil Engineer Sanders reviewed the report on the Curve Crest Boulevard rehabilitation and sidewalk extension. He recommended Council accept the report and order the public hearing for February 17, 1998. Community Development Director Russell will contact commercial property owners regarding the sidewalk project. Motion by Councilmember Zoller, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adopt Resolution 98-26 receiving report and calling hearing for February 17, 1998 on Curve Crest Boulevard Street Rehabilitation and Sidewalk Improvement. Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Mayor Kimble. None. Councilmember Bea1ka. Request from Middle St. Croix River Water Management Organization (MSCWMO) for state funding assistance. City Engineer Eckles presented a request from MSCWMO for a resolution by the City supporting the efforts of Senator Laidig and Representative Holsten to have the State of Minnesota finance the cost to reconstruct the storm sewer servicing the Minnesota Correctional Facility at Bayport, MN, to alleviate storm water flooding within Perro Creek and the City of Bayport. (' 5 City Council Meeting No, 98-2 January 20, 1998 (" Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt Resolution 98-27 supporting the efforts of Senator Laidig and Representative Holsten to have the State of Minnesota fmance the cost to reconstruct the storm sewer servicing the Minnesota Correctional Facility at Bayport, MN, to alleviate storm water flooding within Perro Creek and the City of Bayport. Ayes: Nays: Absent: Councilmembers Zoller, Thole, Cummings and Mayor Kimble. None. Councilmember Bealka. 2. Request for approval to submit grant for Holcomb Addition Historic Architecture Survey. Community Development Director Russell reported this is the first step in applying for a grant from the Minnesota Historical Society for an in-kind matching grant for an architecture survey of the Holcomb Addition. Council has previously approved such grants. The architectural surveys competed to date are: North Hill Original Town; South Hill Original Town, Greeley/Sabin Addition, and Dutchtown District. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings directing staff to submit application for in-kind matching Certified Local Grant from the Minnesota Historical Society for Holcomb Addition Historic Architecture Survey. All in favor. r 3. Request for review, comment, and approval of Human Rights Commission's Hate Crime Response Plan. City Coordinator Kriesel stated the response plan provided procedures to be followed in the event of a hate crime in the Stillwater area. The plan has been reviewed by the Police Chief and City Attorney and the revisions they requested have been included. Mort Ryweck, the State hate crime response specialist, has also reviewed and approved it. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings approving the Human Rights Commission's Procedural Plan for the Stillwater Minnesota Area Hate Crime Response Network. All in favor. COMMUNICATIONSIREOUESTS 1. Library Board - Request for meeting. Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Zoller setting meeting with Library Board for 4:30 p.m. March 17, 1998, at the Stillwater Public Library, for annual tour of library and discussion with Board members. All in favor. r Mayor Kimble reported a letter had been received from the City of Lake Elmo stating the Lake Elmo Council chose not to participate financially in the ice arena and field house project (recreation center). 6 - . , .' City Council Meeting No, 98-2 o r r January 20, 1998 STAFF REPORTS (continued) City Coordinator Kriesel informed Council that City Clerk Weldon had recently been awarded the designation of Certified Municipal Clerk by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adjourn at 9: 10 p.m. All in favor. Attest: ~ - Ma r ~~' /l),flJ,,__ City Clerk Resolution 98-17: Directing Payment of Bills . Resolution 98-18: Gambling Premise Renewal Permits for St. Croix Valley Hockey Association at Cat Ballou's Resolution 98-19: Madcapper Saloon & Eatery Resolution 98-20: Brines' Restaurant and Bar Resolution 98-21: Accepting work and ordering final payment - 1996 Street Improvements, Project 9614 Resolution 98-22: Addendum to May Township Fire Contract Resolution 98-23: Engagement letter for 1997 audit - Larson, Allen, Weishair & Co. Resolution 98-24: Commenting on the Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Manning Avenue Connection and authorizing submittal of comments to Washington county and the Environmental Quality Board. Resolution 98-25: Approving contract with Ankeny Kell Architects, P.A. and Stefan/Larson Associates for design services for recreation center Park and Ride Lot, at a cost not to exceed $20,000. Resolution 98-26: Receiving report and calJing hearing for February 17, 1998 on Curve Crest Boulevard Street Rehabilitation and Sidewalk Improvement. Resolution 98-27: Supporting the efforts of Senator Laidig and Representative Holsten to have the State of Minnesota finance the cost to reconstruct the storm sewer servicing the Minnesota Correctional Facility at Bayport, MN, to alleviate storm water flooding within Perro Creek and the City of Bayport. Resolution 98-28: Approving new On-Sale Wine License with Strong Beer option and 3.2% Malt Liquor License for Pinnacle Restaurant Group, LLC, dba La Belle Vie, 312 South Main Street. Resolution 98-29: Authorizing the Mayor to sign the letter to the Army Corps of Engineers requesting a design change to the levy wall to avoid displacement of the Stillwater Yacht Club's gas dock facilities. Ordinance 853: Repealing Chapter 49, Port Authority . 7